Swans Branch (Brown Creek tributary) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Swans Branch |
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 Location of Swans Branch mouth
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| Other name(s) | Tributary to Brown Creek |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Anson |
| City | Peachland |
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| Main source | divide between Swans Branch and Lanes Creek Peachland, North Carolina 430 ft (130 m) 34°59′21″N 080°15′48″W / 34.98917°N 80.26333°W |
| River mouth | Brown Creek about 1 mile south of Polkton, North Carolina 249 ft (76 m) 34°59′28″N 080°12′21″W / 34.99111°N 80.20583°W |
| Length | 4.01 mi (6.45 km) |
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| Progression | east |
| River system | Pee Dee River |
| Basin size | 4.85 square miles (12.6 km2) |
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| Bridges | US 74, E Passaic Street (twice), US 74, Horne Town Road, Poplar Hill Church Road |
Swans Branch is a small stream, also called a tributary, located in Anson County, North Carolina. It flows into Brown Creek. Swans Branch starts in the town of Peachland, North Carolina and flows towards the east. It eventually joins Brown Creek south of Polkton, North Carolina.
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About Swans Branch
Swans Branch is an important part of the local water system. It helps carry water from the land into larger streams. This stream is part of the much bigger Pee Dee River system.
Where Does Swans Branch Start and End?
Swans Branch begins in Peachland, North Carolina. This starting point is about 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. From there, the stream flows generally east.
It travels for about 4.01 miles (6.45 kilometers). Swans Branch then meets Brown Creek. This meeting point is about 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. It is located about one mile south of Polkton, North Carolina.
What's Around Swans Branch?
The area of land that drains water into Swans Branch is called its watershed. This watershed covers about 4.85 square miles (12.6 square kilometers).
Most of the land in this watershed is covered by forests, about 57%. Another large part, about 35%, is used for farming. The rest of the land has other uses.
Bridges Over Swans Branch
Several roads and bridges cross over Swans Branch. These include parts of US 74, E Passaic Street (which crosses twice), Horne Town Road, and Poplar Hill Church Road. These bridges help people travel easily across the stream.
